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511. Coolie


English Translation

East Indian person


Definition

In Jamaica, "coolie" is an old slang term historically used to refer to people of East Indian or sometimes Chinese descent, especially those whose ancestors came as indentured laborers.


Example Sentences

Patois: Di coolie gyal a dance nice.
English: The girl of Indian descent dances well.



posted on May 27, 2024

512. Rock Bun


English Translation

Rock Cake


Definition

A small, hard, sweet bun with a rough surface.


Example Sentences

Patois: Mi a go tek a rock bun fi mi coffee break.
English: I’m going to have a rock cake for my coffee break.



posted on May 27, 2024

513. Wutliss Bwoy


Definition

A 'wutliss bwoy' (Sexually) is one who cannot hold his own in the bedroom. He either ejaculates too quickly or is just generally clumsy in bed



posted on May 26, 2024

514. Stew Peas


English Translation

Stewed peas


Definition

A hearty stew with red kidney beans


Example Sentences

Patois: Stew peas ready now, come eat.
English: The stewed peas are ready now, come eat.



posted on May 26, 2024

515. Juggle


English Translation

Hustle


Definition

To make money through various small jobs or hustles


Example Sentences

Patois: Mi a juggle hard fi mek ends meet.
English: I’m hustling hard to make ends meet.



posted on May 26, 2024



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